New beauty products made from algae

The search for a skin care "fountain of youth" has taken many different directions since time began. Now, a California company has taken that search to algae-filled ponds! Solazyme is already known for turning algae into fuel, and now it’s moving into the beauty business with a well-known skin care company.

"Algae are survivors. So they are some of the oldest organisms on the planet," said Anna Coragliotti, chief scientist at Solazyme.

Her company, Solazyme, has been working in the lab to find a greener, more sustainable way to fight aging.

"Cellular rejuvenation benefits to the skin, hydration benefits to the skin. You're gonna get anti-aging products that actually really work," said Toubba.

What's next for Solazyme? What about food? That's right scientists are in the lab looking for ways to turn algae into meals.

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